About the Role
The Federal University Otuoke (FUO), Bayelsa State, invites applications from suitably qualified and dynamic academics for the prestigious position of Professor in Blue Economy Studies within the Faculty of Agriculture. Located in the strategic oil-rich Niger-Delta region, FUO is committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and national development. This professorial role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of marine and aquatic resource management education in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Provide academic leadership in teaching, curriculum development, and research within Blue Economy Studies and related agricultural fields.
- Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, fostering the next generation of scholars.
- Publish high-impact scholarly articles in reputable peer-reviewed local and international journals.
- Secure research grants and foster collaborative partnerships with industry stakeholders, government agencies, and international bodies.
- Participate actively in departmental, faculty, and university-wide administrative duties and committees.
- Candidates must possess a good B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degree or equivalent qualifications in a relevant discipline from a recognized and accredited university.
- Demonstrated extensive years of teaching and research experience in a tertiary institution as applicable in the Federal University Otuoke Rules and Regulations Governing Conditions of Service.
- A robust and commendable portfolio of scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
- Proven ability to initiate, develop, and successfully execute independent and collaborative research projects.
- Competitive remuneration package based on the CONUASS 7 salary structure for Federal Universities in Nigeria.
- Opportunity to work in a vibrant, rapidly growing academic community with state-of-the-art infrastructural development.
- Conducive research environment focused on sustainable development and regional marine resources.